Medical Volunteering
Arusha, Tanzania
Medical Volunteering
Arusha, Tanzania
Program fees
| Weeks | Total price | Per day |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $400 USD | $57/day |
| 2 | $600 USD | $42/day |
| 3 | $870 USD | $41/day |
| 4 | $1,130 USD | $40/day |
| 5 | $1,365 USD | $39/day |
| 6 | $1,638 USD | $39/day |
| 7 | $1,911 USD | $39/day |
| 8 | $2,184 USD | $39/day |
| 10 | $2,715 USD | $38/day |
| 12 | $3,250 USD | $38/day |
| 16 | $4,300 USD | $38/day |
Choose your duration when you apply. Prices in USD.
Overview
Join our Medical Volunteering Programs in Arusha, Tanzania to gain hands-on experience in clinics, hospitals, and community health centres. Work alongside local healthcare professionals and support vital medical services for under-resourced communities.
Our affordable medical programs help you enhance your medical knowledge, improve patient care skills, and contribute to community health initiatives.
Highlights
- Program fees from only $38/day (longer durations)
- Work alongside healthcare professionals
- Accommodation, meals, and airport pick-up included
- 24/7 local guidance and support
- Orientation includes hospital introduction and local health briefing
Program Details
What you’ll do:
- Observe and assist in clinics and hospitals
- Support patient care and basic procedures under supervision
- Learn from local doctors and nurses
- Help with health education and outreach
- Gain exposure to tropical and community health issues
Arrival and orientation: volunteers arrive on the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month. Orientation includes hospital introduction and local health briefing. On your first day you will be escorted to your assigned medical centre and introduced to local staff and patients.
What's Included
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Airport pick-up on arrival
- Accommodation in volunteer house (or homestay)
- 24/7 in-country emergency support
- Orientation covering safety, culture, and placement details
- Certificate of International Volunteer Service upon completion
- US $50 per week to the placement to cover supervision, materials, and logistics
- Opportunities for weekend excursions and safaris
Not included: Return airport transfer after program; daily transport to/from placement; flights, visa, travel insurance, vaccinations, criminal background check; personal expenses.
Accommodation
Volunteers stay in a shared volunteer house in Arusha with all meals included and 24/7 support.
Orientation
Orientation starts on the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month and includes hospital introduction and local health briefing. You will be escorted to your assigned medical centre on your first day.
Schedule
Typical week: Monday orientation; Tuesday–Friday at placement (hours as agreed with the facility). Meals and evenings at the volunteer house; weekends free.
Weekends
Weekends are free for exploration, safaris, or rest.
Location
All projects are based in and around Arusha, Tanzania—the gateway to Mount Kilimanjaro and many national parks. Arusha is a vibrant city where you will experience Tanzanian culture while contributing to meaningful community and conservation work.
Arrival & Airport
Volunteers arrive on the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month. You will be met at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport and transferred to your accommodation in Arusha.
Start Dates
Programs start on the first and third Monday of each month, year-round. You can choose a duration from 1 week up to 16 weeks depending on the project.
Fees and Dates
Program fees vary by duration; see the fee table above. Includes one-time $290 registration fee and 5% international banking fee.
Requirements
- Minimum age 18 (or 16+ with parental consent where applicable)
- Medical, nursing, or pre-med background preferred but not always required
- Open-minded and respectful of local practices
- Clean criminal background check
What to Bring
- Scrubs or appropriate clinical attire if you have them
- Stethoscope and basic medical supplies (optional)
- Personal toiletries, sun protection, reusable water bottle
Safety
We work with vetted healthcare facilities. You will receive a safety and health briefing on arrival. 24/7 in-country support is available.
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